Hey, new to the forum.

I've been researching the RSX-S heavily, and just got in one yesterday for the first time. I'm essentially in love, though keeping an open mind for any similar packages - Golf, Mazda3, Civic Si. Also looking at some heavier competition like the WRX, RX-8, and 350Z (tho that one's a bit pricey).

Anyway, on my drive the shifter felt fantastic (big upgrade from my Focus ZX3 - clunkbox), however the consumer reviews on Edmunds mentioned quite a few times that there are problems with grinding in the shifter (1st->2nd, 2nd->3rd).

http://www.edmunds.com/new/2004/acur...tent..4.Acura*

Since Edmunds is not exactly known for high-quality discussions, I was wondering what the true fans think, and if it is a legit problem I should worry 'bout when/if I pick up my very own. Or, is it just a buncha idiots on Edmunds who don't know how to drive a stick?

--Diamond